RFFM4527
RFMD + TriQuint = Qorvo
Wi-Fi Low Noise Amplifier
4900MHz to 5925MHz
Product Description
The RFFM4527 is a low noise amplifier (LNA) designed for Wi-Fi
802.11a/n/ac systems. The integrated input and output 50Ω match
minimizes layout area in the customer’s application, reduces the
bill of materials and manufacturability cost. Performance is focused
on a balance of low noise and gain that increases the receive
sensitivity. The RFFM4527 integrates a bypass path that enables
a defined gain step. The device is provided in a 1.6mm x 1.6mm x
0.5mm, 6-pin DFN package.
Package: DFN, 6-pin,
1.6mm x 1.6mm x 0.5mm max
Features
Noise Figure = 1.6dB
LNA Gain = 16dB
Bypass Loss = 6dB
Input and Output Matched to 50Ω
Integrated 2.4GHz Rejection Filter
Applications
VCC
RF_OUT
GND
Wireless Routers
Access Points
Residential Gateways
Consumer Premise Equipment
Small Cell
Internet of Things
6
5
4
1
CTRL
2
RF_IN
3
GND
Ordering Information
PART NUMBER
RFFM4527SB
RFFM4527SQ
RFFM4527SR
RFFM4527TR7
RFFM4527PCK-410
DESCRIPTION
Sample bag with 5 pieces
Sample bag with 25 pieces
7" Reel with 100 pieces
7" Reel with 2500 pieces
Assembled Evaluation Board + 5 pieces
Functional Block Diagram
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Wi-Fi Low Noise Amplifier
4900MHz to 5925MHz
RFMD + TriQuint = Qorvo
Absolute Maximum Ratings
PARAMETER
DC Supply Voltage (No RF Applied)
Control Voltage
DC Supply Current
Storage Temperature
Maximum RX Input Power into 50Ω Load for 11a,n,ac (No Damage)
Moisture Sensitivity
RATING
-0.3 to +6
-0.5 to 6
50
-40 to +150
+10
MSL2
UNIT
V
DC
V
DC
mA
ºC
dBm
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Wi-Fi Low Noise Amplifier
4900MHz to 5925MHz
Nominal Operating Parameters
PARAMETER
COMPLIANCE
Operating Frequency
Operating Temperature
Power Supply V
DD
Control Voltage-High
Control Voltage-Low
LNA Mode
Noise Figure
Small Signal Gain
Gain Flatness
Gain Variation
Out of Band Gain
Input Return Loss
Output Return loss
Output P
1dB
Output IP3
RF_OUT to RF_IN (S12)
RX Operating Current( I
DD
)
14
13
-0.2
-1.6
-28
8
15
+8
+22
-28
15
20
1.6
17
16
+0.2
+1.6
2.0
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
dB
mA
Two tone 5MHz spacing; P
IN
= -20dBm
4.9
-40
3
2.5
0
3.3
3
5.925
+85
6
V
DD
0.5
GHz
ºC
V
V
V
CTRL
CTRL
MIN
TYP
MAX
UNIT
CONDITION
802.11A, 802.11N, 802.11AC, 802.11P
V
DD
=3.3V, T=+25ºC; Unless otherwise noted
f
= 5100MHz
f
= 5900MHz
Across any 80MHz Channel
T = -40 to 85ºC
f
= 2400-2500MHz
Bypass Mode
Small Signal Gain
Gain Flatness Across any 80MHz
Channel
Out of Band Gain
Input Return Loss
Output Return loss
Input P
1dB
Input IP3
RX Operating Current
-0.2
-28
12
12
+20
+28
20
-6
0.2
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
μA
V
DD
=3.3V, T=+25ºC; Unless otherwise noted
f
= 2400-2500MHz
Two tone 5MHz spacing; P
IN
= +2dBm
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4900MHz to 5925MHz
Nominal Operating Parameters (cont.)
PARAMETER
General Specifications
I
CONTROL
Current
Gain Switch Time - 50 to 90% RF
Output
Gain Switch Time - 50 to 10% RF
Output
150
5
200
200
200
μA
μA
ns
ns
CTRL = High
CTRL = Low
Switching from Bypass to LNA mode
Switching from LNA Mode to Bypass
MIN
TYP
MAX
UNIT
CONDITION
Switch Control Logic Truth Table
OPERATING MODE
LNA Mode
Bypass Mode
Note: High = 2.5 to V
DD
. Low = 0V to 0.5V.
CTRL
High
Low
Evaluation Board Schematic
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Wi-Fi Low Noise Amplifier
4900MHz to 5925MHz
Pin Out
VCC
RF_OUT
GND
6
5
4
1
CTRL
2
RF_IN
3
GND
Pin Names and Descriptions
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
Pkg Base
NAME
CTRL
RF_IN
GND
GND
RF_OUT
VCC
GND
DESCRIPTION
Control voltage for switch to toggle LNA or Bypass modes.
RF input port. This port is matched to 50Ω and DC blocked.
Not connected internally and can be left floating or connected to ground. Connecting this pin to
ground is recommended.
Not connected internally and can be left floating or connected to ground. Connecting this pin to
ground is recommended.
RF output port. This port is matched to 50Ω and DC blocked.
Supply voltage for LNA
Ground connection. The backside of the package should be connected to the ground plane
through a short path, i.e., PCB vias under the device are recommended.
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